The National Testing Agency (NTA) has advised candidates applying for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 Session 1 to complete Aadhaar re-KYC through DigiLocker before filling out the online application form.
The advisory, issued on October 28, 2026, outlines key steps candidates should take to avoid potential discrepancies during registration and subsequent identity verification. The Session 1 application process is underway through the official JEE Main website, and the reported deadline to apply is November 22, 2026.
NTA Advises Candidates to Complete Aadhaar Re-KYC
According to the advisory, candidates should update and verify their Aadhaar details through DigiLocker before beginning the application process. This is intended to help ensure that the latest available information is retrieved during registration.
Applicants are also advised to use their own login credentials on DigiLocker, JanParichay or e-Pramaan (MeriPehchaan). Using another person's account or mismatched identity details could create difficulties during verification and biometric authentication at later stages.
Candidates should complete the recommended checks early rather than waiting until the application deadline.
Name and Date of Birth Must Match Class 10 Records
NTA has specifically advised applicants to check the name and date of birth entered in the JEE Main 2027 application form against their Class 10 certificate or marksheet.
Candidates should carefully review these details before submitting their applications. They should also check the remaining personal and academic information for accuracy and follow the instructions provided on the official portal.
How to Complete Aadhaar Re-KYC Through DigiLocker
Candidates can follow these steps to refresh their Aadhaar details through DigiLocker:
- Sign in: Open the DigiLocker app or official website and log in to your personal account.
- Open Issued Documents: Navigate to the “Issued Documents” section.
- Refresh Aadhaar: Find the Aadhaar document and select the three-dot menu beside it. Choose the “Refresh” option.
- Provide consent: Read the consent prompt and approve Aadhaar authentication.
- Verify using OTP: Enter the one-time password (OTP) sent to the mobile number registered with Aadhaar.
- Check confirmation: Wait for the authentication process to finish and confirm that re-KYC has been completed successfully.
- Refresh other documents: If necessary, refresh other issued documents in DigiLocker to update their status.
The exact appearance of the options may vary depending on the version of the app. Candidates should follow the current instructions displayed by DigiLocker.
Where to Apply for JEE Main 2027
Candidates can access the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application form through the official website:
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Applicants should review the information bulletin and registration instructions before submitting the form. They should also save their application number and download the confirmation page after successful submission.
JEE Main 2027: Important Dates
- Session 1 registration: Open
- Last date to apply: November 22, 2026
- Session 1 examination: January 2027
- Session 2 examination: April 2027
Candidates should check the official NTA website regularly for updates, detailed examination schedules and any changes to the application process.
